Lot 1225
Large 3 Pound Meteorite From Meteor Crater. This 3 pound 4½x3" Canyon Diablo iron-nicket meteorite is a good-sized example of the most sought after iron meteorite by collectors. Coming from the elliptical field around Meteor Crater near Winslow, Arizona, this area has been closed to collectors for many years and single meteorites over one pound in size are in great demand. Most specimens offered are just small fragments weighing less than 100 grams. This 3 pound specimen has all the qualities desired in a Canyon Diablo meteorite, excellent shape, sharp edges and beautiful gunmetal color. The sharp edges resulted from the tremendous explosion that occurred several miles above the actual crater several thousands of years ago. Initially it was believed that the main mass of this enormous meteorite was buried in the crater and a mining company was established to excavate it for profit. A copy of the Meteor Crater Exploration & Mining Company stock certificate is included with this lot. Brandon Barringer and his mining company soon went out of business when no meteorites were found within the mile wide crater. This is a rare chance to acquire a good size Canyon Diablo meteorite for your collection. Add $25 for domestic shipping.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
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